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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL2006 | Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 06 Oct 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-824-6220 ; 519-829-4402 |
| Fax | 519-824-5900 |
| Website | www.guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Contact | Christy Giesler, Branch Supervisor; Phone: 519-824-6220 ext 249; Email: cgiesler@guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Executive | Steven Kraft, Chief Executive Officer; Phone: 519-824-6220 ext 224 |
| Description (Site) | Guelph-South |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Scottsdale Dr and Stone Rd W |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible ; Parking - Accessible, Entrance - Accessible ; Accessible keyboard at one internet workstation |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Service) | Assists patrons to access library resources, including print and non-print collections of materials. Services include: * information and reference services * internet assistance for seniors, ebook instruction * children's programs * after hours book drop * internet workstations, WIFI * calendar of events (see website or call for details) Extension Services provides access to library materials for Special Needs patrons. * Visiting Library Services: complimentary home delivery service of library books to those adult card holders who cannot visit the library because of a physical or mental infirmity, advanced age or long-term illness Talking Books: audiobooks in various formats available for members unable to use regular print due to blindness or a visual, physical or reading disability Tutor.com Live Homework Help: online tutoring service featuring expert tutors from across North America. This free service allows students from Kindergarten through early university and college years, and adult learners, to connect to tutors for one-to-one homework help sessions **Help is available in math, science, social studies and English |
| Hours | Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm * Fri-Sat 9 am-5 pm * Sun 1 pm-5 pm Live Homework Help (online) Mon-Sun 12 noon-12 midnight |
| Areas Served | Guelph |
| Eligibility | Guelph Public Library card is needed for borrowing privileges, access to online tutoring program (Live Homework Help) and other services. Residents of Cambridge and Wellington County may obtain a free Reciprocal Borrowing Membership. **Library cards are available for a fee to other non-residents Talking Books are restricted, due to copyright by the producers, to those persons who qualify for this service. |
| Application | Call, visit website or drop in for information. Identification and proof of address required for all memberships. Bookmobile inquiries should be directed to Bullfrog Mall Branch at 519-829-4401. |
| Languages | English ; multi-lingual website |
| Fees | Membership - fee for ineligible non-residents only: family membership - $50 / six months, $100 / 12 months ; None - for residents of Guelph and eligible non-residents |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1986 |
| Funding | City / Town |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Home Library Services ; Library Audiovisual Services ; Public Access Computers/Tools ; Public Libraries |
